Disability retirees still a mystery
The City of Bell, once marred by scandal following the 2010 indictment of a significant portion of city officials for corruption, released the names of its retired public safety employees who have claimed a work-related disability. Bell sent a list of the names within 10 business days in response to a Dispatch request filed under the California Public Records Act.
Business briefs: Learn how to navigate through office politics
Leadership Gilroy invites the public to a “Navigating Office Politics – Secrets Revealed” forum from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Westside Grill conference room, 8070 Santa Teresa Blvd. They will discuss real world scenarios and share effective ways to neutralize and navigate through the political maze in the workplace. Cost $10. Pre-register at leader shipgilroy.org to be entered in the raffle to win a door prize, or RSVP leadership @gilroy.org to pay at the door. This is the first is a series of quarterly events designed to introduce the public to Leadership Gilroy, share leadership skills, and provide networking opportunities.
Special Section: It’s a (wonderful) dog’s life
It’s said that every dog has his day; For the dogs of South Valley, that day is today. When we asked you to submit stories about your favorite canine (or two), we didn’t anticipate the overwhelming response we’d receive. Our inbox was flooded with emails from those of you who love your dogs so much that you want to shout it from the rooftops - or at least share the stories of your beloved pups with the community.
Religion: Stand in holy places
I enjoy standing in holy places. In a world filled with chaos, contention and calamity, it’s important to take time to pause and stand in holy places to find peace. One of my favorite scriptures comes from our Doctrine and Covenants, Section 87, verse...



















